Nordic Swan Ecolabel Certification Explained
Nordic countries · Established 1989
Cruelty-Free Certification Food, textiles, paper, cleaning products, services
Audit Level: Third-Party Audit
An independent third party conducts an audit of the brand's facilities or documentation. More rigorous than self-declaration.
Supply-chain verified: Yes.
| Supply Chain | Verified |
| Cost for Brands | Annual licence fee based on turnover. SMEs receive preferential rates. |
| Recognized In | SwedenNorwayDenmarkFinlandIceland |
Editorial Analysis
The official ecolabel of the Nordic countries. Particularly well-recognised in Scandinavia — Nordic consumers report high trust in this mark. For cosmetics and textiles, it restricts hazardous chemicals and requires environmental criteria. Does not certify vegan status but does prohibit animal testing for cosmetics products.
Summary
Type
Cruelty-Free
Established
1989
Origin
Nordic countries
Scope
Food, textiles, paper, cleaning products, services